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Wilshire Crest Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

5241 West Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036

Enrollment

148

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,275 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#490 of 563

public schools

In district

#708 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Wilshire Crest Elementary

Wilshire Crest Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Wilshire Crest Elementary serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilshire Crest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,275 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Wilshire Crest Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 148 students, Wilshire Crest Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-23.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.8 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism28.4%

Wilshire Crest Elementary — Students at Wilshire Crest Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 28.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 33.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
17.5%
ELA
27.4%
2024
Math
23%
ELA
30.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.

How Wilshire Crest Elementary Compares

See how Wilshire Crest Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in CA
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5241 West Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilshire Crest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Queen Anne Place Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CATHEDRAL CHAPEL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OHR ELIYAHU ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Yeshiva Gedolah of Los Angeles Los Angeles 0.3 mi
YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF LOS ANGELES Los Angeles 0.3 mi 5.6
Cathedral Chapel Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi
CATHEDRAL CHAPEL SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.3 mi 7.2
John Burroughs Middle Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.4
ReJOYce In Jesus Christian School Los Angeles 0.6 mi
REJOYCE IN JESUS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Fusion Academy Miracle Mile Los Angeles 0.7 mi
Ohr Eliyahu Academy also known as Yeshiva Aharon Yaakov Ohr Eliyahu Los Angeles 0.8 mi
TAYLOR TOT PLAYHOUSE Los Angeles 0.7 mi
Red Star Los Angeles 0.8 mi
OHR ELIYAHU ACADEMY Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.2
Los Angeles Senior High Los Angeles 0.7 mi 5.6
Girls Academic Leadership Acad Dr. Michelle King Sch STEM Los Angeles 0.7 mi 9.0
Queen Anne Place Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.8
HOLY SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.2
Machon Los Angeles 0.9 mi
MACHON LOS ANGELES Los Angeles 0.9 mi 6.6
Samuel A. Fryer Yavneh Hebrew Los Angeles 1.0 mi
Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,877

Median Home Value

$1,958,600

Median Rent

$2,730/mo

Population

38,784

College Educated

68.3%

Homeownership

13.4%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

36.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilshire Crest Elementary

What grades does Wilshire Crest Elementary serve?

Wilshire Crest Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Wilshire Crest Elementary?

Wilshire Crest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilshire Crest Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Wilshire Crest Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wilshire Crest Elementary rank in CA?

Wilshire Crest Elementary ranks #7,275 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Wilshire Crest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilshire Crest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Wilshire Crest Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilshire Crest Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Wilshire Crest Elementary a charter school?

No, Wilshire Crest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wilshire Crest Elementary a Title I school?

No, Wilshire Crest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilshire Crest Elementary?

70.9% of students at Wilshire Crest Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
63 Good Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#708 of 769

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